Summary
President Donald Trump has expressed a desire for the U.S. to acquire Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark. This has caused tension between the U.S. and Denmark, with Greenlanders reacting strongly to Trump's statements. Some Greenlanders believe Trump's interest is due to the island's natural resources, not security concerns.
Key Facts
- Greenland is a semiautonomous region of Denmark.
- President Trump has suggested the U.S. could take Greenland by force.
- Denmark and Trump have a "fundamental disagreement" over Greenland.
- Greenlanders are concerned and feel that Trump undermines their culture.
- Trump claims Russian and Chinese ships are near Greenland, but locals dispute this.
- Many Greenlanders believe Trump's interest in Greenland is due to its minerals.
- There is support from Denmark for Greenland in response to Trump's actions.
